Marathon Souvlaki in Chomedey, Laval (a few steps away from La Récréathèque) specializes in fresh, tender meat souvlakis. Marathon Souvlaki has also won an award for the best souvlaki awarded by the Gazette. There are a choice between pork, lamb, chicken or even vegetarian souvlaki. Other dishes are also available at Marathon Souvlaki.
Marathon Souvlaki is widely praised for flavorful Greek cuisine, generous portions, and good value whether dining in or ordering takeout. The meat is described as well cooked on the grill, with standout tzatziki, fresh salads, and a house dressing that many find delicious. Service is generally fast and friendly, contributing to a lively, family friendly atmosphere, though a few reviews note it can be noisy or busy and occasionally service slows down. Some comments mention changes to the bread, extra charges for tzatziki, or variability between visits, but overall the food remains fresh, satisfying, and consistently high quality. The restaurant is seen as a go-to for authentic Greek staples and has a longstanding reputation as a reliable favorite in the area.
This Marathon is the original & where it all began. If you grew up in Chomedey Laval in the eighties, this was an institution to you. The amazing thing is that they haven't changed the food since. Eating here is like going back in time. Great food, great service, great price. There's a reason that they are still here & still busy, so many years on.
The same great food just as you'd expect it. It's weird not to feel the usual buzz of the "overcrowded" waiting area! Gregory gave us the best service in a long time!
I've eaten here several times over the last 30 years. It has always been a good experience. Food, service & atmosphere is always consistently good. Pricing is reasonable & the portions are very generous.
Ordered online & went inside for pick-up, & they sent us around to Marathon Express entrance for pick-up who told us to go back to the restaurant entrance for pick-up of the delivery. Once having returned back to the restaurant for pick-up, all the individuals in the kitchen/behind the counter were smirking at us, without any apology for the mix-up they had. Despite the good food, we will surely not go back with the poor service received. Many other souvlaki/gyro restaurants around with better service.
Tout est bon chez Marathon. On ne se trompe pas à commander le gyro pita, la brochette de poulet, le tzatziki & le spanakopita... & que dire de la salade Marathon! Elle est unique & délicieuse. Ce que j'aime par dessus tout chez Marathon c'est leur accueil & leur sourire. Autant l'hôtesse que les hommes en cuisine. Tout le monde vous salue & vous sourie. Une denrée rare de nos jours, mais qui fait la différence pour moi.
This place is so amazing. The staff is super friendly, the place is very clean & the food is incredible. Coming from someone who's greek herself, this is authentic Greek food & tastes so delicious. The meat melts on your tongue & the Calamari is a 10/10. I definitely recommend this place if you're looking for great greek food.
I did a take out order. I love marathons but my god they are getting cheap on the rice & fries in a chicken pita plate. Come one guys there is. Irving cheaper than rice. Don't give me a little round cup of rice fill it up like you used too!
